Step 6A Assemble 10' Long Sidewalls
4.
Cut (3) three siding panels to a length of 87-1/4". Cut one of the panels in half lengthways.
5.
Square wall frame. Select one of the 2' wide panels with the 'tongue' edge and install this
panel with the 'cut' edge 'flush the end of the wall and extending 3/4" below the bottom plate.
6
Install (2) two more siding panels.
Siding Extends 3/4" Below Plate
LAP Edge
1.
Position (2) two 2x4-48" boards and (2) two 2x4-72" boards together and indicate with 'X'
marks, where the wall studs will be located.
2.
Install 2x4-7' wall studs between the top and bottom plates. Nail both wall frames together.
3.
Repeat numbers 1 and 2 to assemble (3) three more 10' long sidewall frames.
7.
Select (1) one of the 10' wall frames and repeat numbers 4 through 6 to apply siding
to another sidewall frame.
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
24"
23-1/4"
72" Wall Plate
X
X
X
X
X
X
48" Wall Plate
23-1/4"
Siding 1/2" Below
Top Plate
Cut Edge
Tongue Edge
72" Wall Plate
48" Wall Plate
If you are installing optional windows or walk-in door, see the instructions
at the back of the book.
Save (1) one siding cutoff for over
the front door opening.
